breaking down
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But despite those delays, the conversation continued for an extended period before ultimately breaking down amid escalating accusations, personal attacks and disputes over basic facts.
From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026
Crowle, who became player-manager, was hailed for breaking down ethnic and social barriers, with Dr Schwarz adding: "He's probably Cornish-Pachuca's most famous son, as far as football goes."
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
“I’m telling the French people, ‘Wake up,’ because before long, they’ll be breaking down the doors of apartment buildings and breaking into your homes,” he added.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026
Researchers found that these cells, called macrophages, accumulate iron while breaking down old red blood cells.
From Science Daily • May 31, 2026
There was a goofy quality to it, it was changing, breaking down.
From "Wringer" by Jerry Spinelli
